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A young man with a blue shirt and orange hair stares, nay, is transfixed by smartphone. His eyes swirl in a whirling pool of red and yellow, drool crawling down his chin as the phone's light shines brightly in his face, contrasting against the dark purple background.

Doom-Scrolling Dooms Media as We Know it

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Doom-scrolling is doing more than just ruining our attention spans: it is transforming news and media as an enterprise.…

April 21, 2024

Two pink hands are typing at a laptop on a purple table against a pink background littered with writings and documents. The laptop has a blue screen containing an inkwell and a sheet of paper with scribbles on it, presumably this writer's latest piece of work.

Verse in the Digital Age: A New Perception of Poetry

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

From Micropoems to Spoken Word, social media sites like Instagram and TikTok is redefining what it means to consume modern poetry.…

March 4, 2024

In this article -- about how slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent decades of cultural and social development -- two shaded figures, a boy and a young man, exclaim the word "Daddy!" in front of a blue and green background with message icons on it. The boy's version is blocky and bold, with an exclamation attached; the man's is curved and luscious, hearts fluttering around it. The boy is holding his arms up in excitement, while the man is leaning on his hip in a seductive manner.

Daddy Energy and Mommy Vibes: Exploring the Evolution of Slang

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

Though un-noteworthy at first glance, slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent a long and fascinating cultural evolution.…

February 14, 2024

In this article, about how social media challenges can help users progress on important self-development goals, a purple figure is waving at a black smartphone. It casts a chalk-like blue light against the figure and the dark background, as grey stars twinkle around the space.

Follower-Farming or Self-Actualization: The Positive Side of Social Media

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

The growing trend of doing a daily challenge for every follower you gain. Is it selfish follower “farming” or self-improvement encouragement?…

February 9, 2024

Against a static black background, a girl sits on her bed in the dark with the only light being the shining screen of her iphone.

A Growing Depression: Gen Z, u ok?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Examining the Double-Edged Sword of Social Media in Relation to the Rise in Mental Illness Among Generation Z.…

December 18, 2023

For an article about writergram, a person writes on a notebook. A square reading "How to Write a Short Story" and another saying "Weird Writing-related things I did when I was younger" are shown.

The Write Side of Instagram

Sydney Chastain, Florida State University

How Aspiring Authors Can Stand Out on Writergram…

October 23, 2023

In an article about acting unserious on social media, a girl lies on her stomach while scrolling through her phone, attached to marionette strings.

Acting Unserious: Has Social Media Become (Even More) Toxic?

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

While there’s good in its use, the ugly lies underneath.…

September 3, 2023

In an article about Angus Cloud's fans' reaction to his death, Instagram squares are stacked across a dark background containing the silhouette of the deceased.

Clouded Vision: The Troubling Response to Angus Cloud’s Death

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

Is there any empathy behind the harassing Instagram comments, or has the line between fiction and reality become too blurry?…

August 29, 2023

Lost in the Algorithmic Loop: The Illusion of Choice on Social Media

Isabelle Brookshire, Whittier College

Are our favorite platforms deciding our interests for us?…

August 22, 2023

In an article about reselling businesses, an Instagram post about $14 thrifted jeans is flanked by the phrase "ON SALE" in bold red letters on the left and a climbing revenue arrow on the right.

How To Start a Successful Reselling Business on Instagram

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

Create a thriving thriftstagram at the drop of a hat with these 12 practical marketing tips.…

August 19, 2023

An illustration of a resume that is listed with inactive social media profiles.

Being Inactive on Social Media Shouldn’t Hurt Your Career Prospects

Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

If Instagram handles have as much advocacy as skill sets, what happens when those handles are deemed insufficient?…

July 11, 2023

In an article about soft launching your significant other on social media, a woman kisses a genderless human outline with a question mark in it.

The Art of Soft Launching Your Significant Other

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Not all relationships need to be secret, but they can be kept private.…

July 6, 2023

In an article on the Instagram account recess therapy is an illustration that shows two kids talking on a bench with a banner behind them that says "Recess Therapy."

Recess Therapy: The Simple Wisdom of Youth

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

From this Instagram account, users learn astute lessons from kids with insight well beyond their years.…

May 4, 2023

In an article about the toxic aspects of Linkedin, a young girl looks at her social media feed with tears running down her face.

LinkedIn Is the Thief of Joy

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Most social media platforms enable constant comparison, but LinkedIn seems to be the most toxic of them all.…

March 17, 2023

Illustration of a phone on fire, representing 'hot takes.'

When ‘Hot Takes’ Go Cold

Kane Howard, York College

Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but what happens when that opinion is misinformed?…

February 28, 2023

People talking in a group, demonstrating social skills.

Is Social Media Bad For Our Social Skills?

Kane Howard, York College

Are online interactions any less important than in-person ones?…

February 22, 2023

Illustration of someone doomscrolling on their phone.

Doomscrolling Is Destroying Your Mental Health

Kane Howard, York College

As it turns out, mindlessly scrolling through bad news over and over again can cause some serious health issues.…

February 22, 2023

In an article about social media and small businesses, a chalkboard in a shop window reads 'Thank you for shopping local.'

How Social Media Is Helping Small Businesses Thrive

Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington

Marketing can be tricky for small-scale operations, but these networks are making it easier than ever before.…

February 9, 2023

In an article about social media influencers, a woman looks at her phone screen.

How Hard is it to Become a Social Media Influencer?

Kane Howard, York College

It turns out there is a lot more to it than posing for pictures and copy-and-pasting captions.…

December 27, 2022

How Effective Is Advertising Online?

Kane Howard, York College

After invasive ads became popular, so did ad-blocking services.…

December 16, 2022

Image of a phone displaying social media giant, Instagram

The Rise and Fall of Social Media Platforms

Kane Howard, York College

Elon Musk's recent acquisition of Twitter has left thousands of users dissatisfied. But Twitter isn't the first platform to fall from grace.…

November 30, 2022

in article about bopdrop, woman laying on the ground writing in notebook while listening to music

Is bopdrop the New Instagram?

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

This social media platform is connecting music lovers everywhere one song at a time. …

November 10, 2022

An article about online posting has an image of a person pointing their phone camera at the viewer

Stop Sharing Images and Videos of Random People Online

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

Just because you can post something doesn't mean you should.…

October 16, 2022

in article about the BeReal app, a closeup of a phone with a BeReal app notification on it with a person taking a selfie in the foreground

BeReal Reflects Social Media’s Renewed Push for Authenticity

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

The app is premised on transparency, which appears to be a common theme among other platforms as of late.…

September 24, 2022

Is Indie Sleaze the Next Big Fashion Trend?

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

Could the indie sleaze aesthetic be the next Y2K? Fashion trend experts predict a comeback for the aesthetic, but what does that entail?…

September 18, 2022

A picture shows social media book accounts on a phone alongside a book and bookmark

Don’t Dismiss Social Media Book Accounts

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Bookstagram and BookTok have flooded brick-and-mortar bookshops with a new wave of literature lovers.…

September 16, 2022

Instagram’s Identity Crisis Continues Unabated

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Recent changes to the app’s layout and its newfound emphasis on video content reveal the social media platform’s lack of focus.…

August 20, 2022

5 Reasons Why You Should Ditch Instagram and Retreat to Tumblr

Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University

No more follower counts or influencers hawking scam products; Tumblr is the place to truly be yourself.…

August 14, 2022

A person scrolling through social media while reading a book

Is Social Media Ruining Our Attention Span?

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

Social platforms capitalize on mindless scrolling and instant gratification — yet, such behaviors come with bad implications for our brains.…

July 5, 2022

Is a Social Media Detox Right for You?

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

Viewing life through the lens of social media can be mentally draining and damaging. Sometimes it is necessary to take a break.…

May 18, 2022

The Effects of Over Consumption and the Toxicity of ‘It Girl’ Culture

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Are we currently witnessing the death of the notorious form of celebrity? Or is it the birth of something much more sinister?…

April 9, 2022

Illustration of Zoom screen in article about social media

5 Ways College Students Can Use Social Media To Network

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

It's never too late to put all the time you spend on Instagram and Twitter to good use. Here are some strategies to set the foundation for your future.…

March 29, 2022

An illustration of polaroids in photo dumping fashion

Photo Dumping Reflects an Intentional Disconnect From Instagram Perfection

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

Social media users are gradually moving away from carefully curated posts in favor of showing a more raw and genuine side of their lives.…

March 9, 2022

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